By Mary Beth Marino

A nun, teacher, mother to many, grandmother to children, missionary, fund-raiser; this describes in a very minute way, how people relate to Sister Dolores Staudt from Corpus Christi Church in Stone Mountain.

Sister Dolores is celebrating her 50th golden jubilee as a Sister of Humility of Mary this year.

Sister Dolores is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. R.Z. Staudt of Canton, Ohio. Her sister, Sister Elizabeth C. Staudt, resides in Youngstown, Ohio, and teaches at Youngstown University.

After graduating as valedictorian of her class, Sister entered the Sisters of Humility Convent. Her studies began at Saint Mary of the Woods in Indiana with a B.A. degree; and a M.S. degree from Villanova University. Various classes included attending Notre Dame, Ball State, Xavier, Boston University, Seton Hall, and University of California at Berkeley.

Sister Dolores’ teaching career began at Villa Maria, Wickliffe, Ohio. She also gave 15 years of dedication and service to Central Catholic High School, Canton, Ohio. The Ohio Department of Education honored her for her development of the Senior Science Program of the Honors Curriculum.

As moderator of mission groups, Sister Dolores, working with Central Catholics Mission Club, sponsored the Maryknoll Nuns and sent more than 500 pounds of medicine to them, and over 1000 books to the Christian Brothers African School.

Sister is presently directing High School students at Corpus Christi in School of Religion. She had directed successful youth activities and the students are very enthusiastic with her annual “Fast-a-Thon.” She also teaches Adult Education and organizes Confirmation every year. She is well known for her audio-visual techniques used as presentations for Adult Education and liturgical functions.

To look at Sister “Dee” as she is called at Corpus Christi is to see 50 years of vitality, strength and love. Her unending works over the years as director of religious programs for youths as well as adults, her ministries in service, shine in the eyes of those who have gained so much from her constant giving.

A concelebrated Mass of Thanksgiving will be held at Corpus Christi, February 15, at 12:30 p.m. with a reception immediately following. Neighboring priests, nuns and parishioners are welcome.